• Image of Dr. Rovi smiling at the camera.
    Sturya of the Month

    From Dreamer to Aesthetic Doctor: How Dr. Rovi Found Her True Calling

    Sometimes, life’s most profound decisions arise from the unlikeliest circumstances. Such is the case for the talented and sophisticated Dr. Rovi Valerie Baguhin-Cayetuna, whose unwavering dedication to saving lives took an unexpected turn. Her journey is a testament that life’s truest fulfillment lies in embracing the unforeseen. Dr. Rovi, an epitome of grace and intellect, stood out wherever she went. Our paths crossed during high school, where her radiant smile and…

  • Happy Father's Day
    Family,  My Sturya

    Celebrating Fatherhood: A Tribute to the Unsung Heroes

    Today, we celebrate a momentous day for the unsung heroes who have played a significant role in our lives–the fathers. They have been the backbone of our families, the ones who have worked day and night to provide for us, and the source of strength and the amusing (and sometimes corny) dad jokes that hold everything together. On this Father’s Day, let’s pay tribute to the remarkable contributions fathers have…

  • live and work in Iceland
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    What It’s Like to Live and Work in Iceland

    In the land of fire and ice, Marion Gay Renegado readies herself for another morning shift at the Landspitali University Hospital, the largest healthcare facility in Reykjavik. Hailing from the town of Cortes in Bohol, Philippines, she is a Filipina Nurse who has mastered the Icelandic language, thus securing the license to practice her profession in the heart of the country. For seven years, she immersed herself in Iceland’s rich…

  • Janice Bustamante-Aton, Lactation Consultant
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    From Classroom to Global Impact: A Filipina’s Journey as a Nurse and Lactation Consultant

    A woman endowed with a desire to serve, support and empower lives, especially women, Janice Bustamante-Aton fervently honed her craft in maternity nursing for nearly two decades of service. Since I became a mother, she has been one of my go-to consultants who gladly shared her expertise and tips in lactation, despite her busy schedule and being a thousand miles away from home in Bohol, Philippines. We’ve kept in touch…

  • Toolbox of Love
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    Enriching Relationships with a Unique Toolbox for Love

    When we spot broken items inside our homes, we instantly look for that trusty old toolbox to fix these items. Imagine if there was such a repair kit for relationships—how convenient that would be! As someone who went through challenging situations with her boyfriend of thirteen years and now husband, Alexandra Schelling realized it takes more than love to nourish a healthy relationship.  Count on the fact that they went…